{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"5864ebfee7be1ec9b625a8ce","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5864ebfee7be1ec9b625a8ce","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5864ebfee7be1ec9b625a8ce","title":"Program Manager","description":"Position Overview\nWe are seeking a dynamic Senior Program Manager to join our team. As the Program Manager, you will play a crucial role in planning, implementing, and overseeing government-issued task orders essential for supporting the mission. This Senior Program Manager role involves collaborating closely with senior customer stakeholders, consulting on task plans, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and driving process improvement initiatives across all task orders.\nThis position offers a unique opportunity for retirees from Federal Agencies such as NASA, NOAA, USDA, and DOD to leverage their extensive experience and skills in a new and exciting role supporting critical government initiatives.\nWhy Join ERT?\nOpportunity to lead a program which will benefit US society in health and safety, national security, and economic dimensions\nWork on cutting-edge projects—make a difference!\nCollaborative and inclusive work environment\nCompetitive compensation and benefits package\nResponsibilities\nPlan, organize, and manage contract activities effectively.\nEnsure strict compliance with contract terms, government policies, and company procedures.\nDrive customer satisfaction by delivering timely and accurate contract status reports and deliverables.\nOversee subcontractors' integration, utilization, and performance.\nIdentify and resolve cross-contract issues and mitigate project risks.\nOptimize staff utilization and availability.\nLead project scope definition, planning, and delivery.\nSupport staff career development and training initiatives.\nAssess and modify program plans as needed for cost, schedule, and technical performance.\nDefine and implement performance measures and quality standards.\nRegularly report program status and issues to management and stakeholders.\nRequired Skills\n15+ years of progressively relevant management experience in government task order-based contracts.\nStrong understanding of program management principles, financial analysis, risk management, and compliance.\nAbility to manage large multidisciplinary teams and drive collaboration.\nExcellent consensus building, team building, and decision-making skills.\nProficient in systems/architecture, science, engineering, satellite data acquisition, and data management.\nExperience in land remote sensing science and satellite mission operations.\nPMP certification required.\nExcellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.\nAbility to perform effectively under pressure.\nMust be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card) and be able to pass a background investigation to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.\nEducation\nBS in Earth science, land remote sensing, computer science, engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent.\nLocation\nWork is located in Sioux Falls, SD. The position is eligible for an onsite or hybrid work schedule.\nSalary\nThe salary range for this role is $122,000 - 276,000/year. This range is a good faith estimate based on similar roles across the organization. ERT uses several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the position's scope and expected duties, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.\nBenefits\nAll full-time employees are eligible to participate in our flexible benefits package, which includes:\nMedical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance\n401(k) retirement plan with company-matching\n11 Paid Federal Government Holidays\nBasic Life & Supplemental Life\nHealth Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts\nShort-Term & Long-Term Disability\nEmployee assistance program (EAP)\nTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities\nSkills Development & Certifications\nProfessional Membership Reimbursement\nEmployee Referral Program\nCompetitive compensation plan\nDiscretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance\nPublication and Conference Presentation Awards with bonuses\nHow to Apply\nIf you are an accomplished program manager with a passion for driving large-scale projects and making a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience using the link below.\nERT is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.\n#LI-Hybrid","company":"Ertcffe08db","rawCompany":"ertcffe08db","city":"Sioux Falls","state":"SD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:34:53.433Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"},{"code":"11-9021.00","title":"Construction Managers","slug":"construction-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"921190","title":"Other General Government Support","slug":"other-general-government-support"},{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager","description":"Position Overview\nWe are seeking a dynamic Senior Program Manager to join our team. As the Program Manager, you will play a crucial role in planning, implementing, and overseeing government-issued task orders essential for supporting the mission. This Senior Program Manager role involves collaborating closely with senior customer stakeholders, consulting on task plans, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and driving process improvement initiatives across all task orders.\nThis position offers a unique opportunity for retirees from Federal Agencies such as NASA, NOAA, USDA, and DOD to leverage their extensive experience and skills in a new and exciting role supporting critical government initiatives.\nWhy Join ERT?\nOpportunity to lead a program which will benefit US society in health and safety, national security, and economic dimensions\nWork on cutting-edge projects—make a difference!\nCollaborative and inclusive work environment\nCompetitive compensation and benefits package\nResponsibilities\nPlan, organize, and manage contract activities effectively.\nEnsure strict compliance with contract terms, government policies, and company procedures.\nDrive customer satisfaction by delivering timely and accurate contract status reports and deliverables.\nOversee subcontractors' integration, utilization, and performance.\nIdentify and resolve cross-contract issues and mitigate project risks.\nOptimize staff utilization and availability.\nLead project scope definition, planning, and delivery.\nSupport staff career development and training initiatives.\nAssess and modify program plans as needed for cost, schedule, and technical performance.\nDefine and implement performance measures and quality standards.\nRegularly report program status and issues to management and stakeholders.\nRequired Skills\n15+ years of progressively relevant management experience in government task order-based contracts.\nStrong understanding of program management principles, financial analysis, risk management, and compliance.\nAbility to manage large multidisciplinary teams and drive collaboration.\nExcellent consensus building, team building, and decision-making skills.\nProficient in systems/architecture, science, engineering, satellite data acquisition, and data management.\nExperience in land remote sensing science and satellite mission operations.\nPMP certification required.\nExcellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.\nAbility to perform effectively under pressure.\nMust be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card) and be able to pass a background investigation to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.\nEducation\nBS in Earth science, land remote sensing, computer science, engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent.\nLocation\nWork is located in Sioux Falls, SD. The position is eligible for an onsite or hybrid work schedule.\nSalary\nThe salary range for this role is $122,000 - 276,000/year. This range is a good faith estimate based on similar roles across the organization. ERT uses several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the position's scope and expected duties, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.\nBenefits\nAll full-time employees are eligible to participate in our flexible benefits package, which includes:\nMedical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance\n401(k) retirement plan with company-matching\n11 Paid Federal Government Holidays\nBasic Life & Supplemental Life\nHealth Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts\nShort-Term & Long-Term Disability\nEmployee assistance program (EAP)\nTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities\nSkills Development & Certifications\nProfessional Membership Reimbursement\nEmployee Referral Program\nCompetitive compensation plan\nDiscretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance\nPublication and Conference Presentation Awards with bonuses\nHow to Apply\nIf you are an accomplished program manager with a passion for driving large-scale projects and making a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply. 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